• Ensure the delivery of quality Clinical and Person-First assessment of residents
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of residents needs & wants
• Provide support, feedback, coaching and education of Registered Nurses
• Coordinate ACFI assessments and schedule for assigned residents

• 2-3 years experience of demonstrated experience working as Care Manager/ Clinical Care Coordinator
• Current AHPRA registration and National Police Clearance
• Exceptional clinical knowledge and solid understanding of current aged care legislation 
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills coupled with effective leadership skills. 

• This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join a national, structured organisation with the ability to provide excellent leadership and support for you to strive in your position. 
• This facility offers fantastic working conditions with long-term, dedicated on-site staffing. 
• This position offers permanent, full-time hours at a salary range of $

• Provide for and monitor the care of clients and their carers
• Use a systematic multiple approach to clinical decision-making
• Develop appropriate therapeutic and caring relationships
• Collaborate with the health care team to achieve client outcomes
• Participate in the development of a supportive environment with colleagues

• Enrolled Nurse (Division 2) AHPRA Registration
• Sound clinical knowledge and experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- written and verbal
• Organisation skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise
• If appointed, a satisfactory Police Check will be required
• Australian work rights 
• 2020 flu vaccination evidence
• Statement of Hours (not essential)

• Work with a dedicated and supportive team
• Private health insurance discounts
• Career progression and development opportunities
• An opportunity to grow within an organisation that puts its people first
• Access to outstanding salary packaging benefits - more money in your take home pay!

Clinical Manager

Bargara l  Full time

If you are passionate about creating good news stories in aged care then this could be the opportunity you crave.  Working with an outstanding Service Manager and supported by the best multi-disciplinary Central Support Office team that includes a Clinical Governance Manager and Quality Manager who are approachable, supportive and responsive – here you will have a voice and an opportunity to truly make a difference. 

We are looking for the right Clinical Manager to lead and mentor the clinical and care team at our Palm Lake Aged Caring Community at Bargara. 

If your fresh thinking has been frustrated by bureaucracy, and your passion unmatched by those around you, then keep reading. 

Your responsibility is to manage the overall provision of evidence-based, high quality clinical care and to assist the Service Manager in the provision of management services and operational direction for staff. You will be responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of care provision and act as clinical consultant for nursing care matters.

A few obvious things:

• Bachelor of Nursing with current APHRA registration
• Five years’ experience as a Clinical Manager in a Residential Aged Care Service
• Demonstrated understanding and compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards including exposure to recent accreditations.
• Gerontology Certificate / Diploma or willingness to undertake same
• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance Programs
• Proven communicator with all levels of management, staff, care recipients and their representatives
• A self-starter, you show initiative identifying problems and creative solutions and welcome the collaboration with Clinical Governance Manager and Quality Manager
• Highly developed interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, particularly in the development and maintenance of relationships with older people, general practitioners and other healthcare providers
• Knowledge of Autumn Care would be highly regarded
• All applicants must be willing to provide a valid national police check and undergo a pre-employment medical assessment

What you will be doing:

• Approachable leadership by example, mentoring a multi-disciplinary team across the clinical and care realm
• Effective communication encouraging each resident and their representative’s involvement in the development and implementation of care plans
• Take responsibility to ensure care provided to every resident is evidence based best practice and reflected in accurate documentation
• Maintain current knowledge of legislated and best practice requirements and changes
• Participate in end to end recruitment, replacement and assessment of employees as required
• Assist in the preparation of rosters on a fortnightly basis
• Assist with the development and implementation of the management system

What we can offer:

• The opportunity to lead and mentor an established team partnering with an experienced Service Manager and administration team
• Collaboration and support with a highly innovative and energetic Central Support Team focused on continuous improvement
• Excellent working conditions with a focus on care for our employees
• Genuine career opportunity with on the job training specifically designed to support you in your role
• Being a part of a family owned organisation, dedicated to supporting our ageing population

For more information please contact PLCRecruitment@palmlake.com.au

Tradewind Australia works across the Aged Care sector in partnership with providers of services to the Australian communities. We recruit for a range of disciplines on behalf of Not for Profit, private and government organisations.

We are presently working with a leading and well respected aged care provider who is dedicated to supporting the elderly and their families with a range of services.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Manager to join the team in a larger sized facility based in the Sunshine Coast region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical care of residents
• Management of Care staff
• Assisting with developing, managing and evaluating facility performance
• Ensuring statutory regulations, policies, standards and procedures are maintained and complied with

Prerequisites required for the role:

• AHPRA Registered Nurse Division 1
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Experience in a similar role in an aged care setting
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent ACFI knowledge and experience
• Demonstrated understanding of client, family and community needs
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a clinical Registered Nurse

This is a full-time permanent role offering a highly competitive remuneration. This organisation offers genuine career progression and supportive management.

To Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to Liz Martin - permanent@twrecruitment.com.au or for a confidential conversation call Liz on 03 9088 7025.

Care Worker

About the Company

Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) is an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, with more than 70 locations throughout South East Queensland. We support more than 100,000 Queenslanders every year with aged care, disability and mental health services, youth and family programs, palliative care and emergency relief. With over 100 years' experience in caring for our community, Wesley Mission Queensland has a history steeped in hope, respect, compassion, empowerment, innovation, justice and integrity. To learn more about our organisation, please see www.wmq.org.au & https://www.youtube.com/user/wmbmedia.

WMQ Community Care Program is seeking Care Workers for our Community In Home Care team. Working across multiple client locations on the Southside of Brisbane, you will require a broad range of skills and knowledge and be able to maintain flexibility with your working hours. All applicants MUST have a comprehensively insured Motor Vehicle, Current Driver's Licence and willingness to drive and use own vehicle in the course of work.

Key Duties Include

·         Personal care (showering/dressing)
·         Assistance with meals
·         Domestic Assistance (cleaning)
·         Shopping
·         Assistance with transport for medical appointments
·         Social activities
·         Carer support
·         In home respite care and access to other services and any other tasks as stated in the care plan. 

Skills and Experience

·         Certificate III in the field of Aged Care, Disability or Mental Health or equivalent/relevant qualifications. (We will consider applicants working towards these qualifications)
·         Ability to provide excellent, flexible and holistic care to a variety of customers with varying needs.
·         Understand and commitment to the principles and practices of privacy, confidentiality and professional boundaries in relation to all customers and staff.
·         To record and submit daily tasks and timesheets accurately (i.e. in live time) via the ComCare system.
·         Ability to report changes in a customer's condition, needs or other relevant information to the customer's care leader.

Benefits

Salary sacrificing
Product Discounts
Travel Discounts
Access to discounted holiday units
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working hours
Working alongside people who love what they do

How To Apply

Applications are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au or simply hit the apply now button at the top of the page by 4pm of the closing date. For more information please contact Michael Pender via email at mpender1@wmq.org.au

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is: 'a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all'. We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity and are a preferred employer for older workers. Wesley Mission Queensland has been recognised as a GOLD Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace by Mental Health First Aid Australia for our strong commitment to embedding the Mental Health First Aid program into our organisation. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here [link removed].  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to potentially enhance remuneration.